CHARLTON NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE

The Charlton Neighbourhood House was pleased to be able to partner with Buloke Shire to celebrate Seniors Week with a terrific afternoon in Wycheproof.  Artist Amber Joy Poulton and the Holy Two took attendees back to the golden era of country music, with  the hits of Patsy Cline, Dolly Parton, Loretta Lynn, Tammy Wynette and more. 
A delicious afternoon tea and free bus transport was available, and the day was much appreciated by all  those attending. 

The Charlton Neighbourhood House is excited to bring one of Melbourne's top Greek performers to town for a one-off performance on Friday October 30.  Con  Kalamaras will present a night of Greek singing, instruments, and stories of the Mediterranean in a night not to be missed. This FREE event will be held at the Charlton Club, 37 High Street from 7.30pm. All enquiries on 0473 759 456. 

Charltons morning session Pickleballers are returning for another term of great fun and friendship at the Charlton College for Term 4. With the new times of 9am to 10.30am, it is expected that the numbers involved in this very popular activity will continue to grow. Want to give it a try? All levels of skill and fitness catered for. Call the Charlton Neighbourhood House on 0473 759 456 for further information.

Children from Charlton College and St Joseph's Primary School were fortunate enough to have the opportunity to get up close to one of Australia's top sporting prizes; The 2026 Melbourne Cup.  The Charlton Neighbourhood House was happy to be involved in arranging funding through the Bendigo Bank for the assembly of wooden pogo sticks and replica cups by the Men's Shed. Some amazing decorated horses were on show that were done by the children from glitter, polka dots, rainbow colours and woollen manes.
It will possibly be a memory for the rest of their lives.

​St Josephs Primary School in Charlton was presented with a wonderful day of puppetry recently by the Little Wings Puppet Group.
‘A Little Bit of Blue’ is an interactive environmental detective story, told with puppetry. As well as unravelling a mystery, it involves learning about the unique habits of an extraordinary Australian animal, the Satin Bowerbird, and its fascination with the colour blue. The children enjoyed some fun slapstick, with some interesting facts thrown in. 
With financial support proudly from the Charlton Neighbourhood House, Mallee Creatives and Charlton Arts, and close cooperation with Regional Art Victoria, this was a wonderful experience enjoyed by all.

The Charlton Neighbourhood House was pleased to be involved with a recent day outing to beautiful Castlemaine by a number of residents. With the destination the historic Old Mill, lunch was enjoyed at several of the venues available, followed by a browse through the vintage bazzar and exploration of the many other shops. To finish the day off, an unscheduled stop at the Harcourt miniature railway was ideal.

The Charlton neighbourhood House was pleased to be involved in the recent memorial mosaic workshop in honour of the late Bronwyn Fisher.
Brondwyn's dedication to the community, her love of art, and her passion for mosaicking made this wonderful afternoon of mosaics a fitting tribute. 
​We think she would have been very pleased with the results.

​The Charlton Neighbourhood Houses' popular Table for 12 sessions returned with a fabulous feast of a chicken-based Asian meal. Under the watchful eye of instructor Chris Wyatt, the enthusiastic participants went through the well-laid-out steps of preparing their meal and then enjoying their hard work in a community meal afterwards.
Thanks must go to Chris for all the preparation he undertook to make this such a successful night. Also, to the Charlton College for the use of the North Central Training Centre's kitchen facilities, and to GrainCorp for their support of the initiative. Keep an eye open for more opportunities in the future for other fun cooking nights. 

Preparation is well under way for the Charlton Neighbourhood House's next childrens activity lead by Poppy. The Little Locals Art Club is getting together again on Friday August 28 to create works themed, 'In the River'.
​These fun classes always fill quick so book your place early.  

Newcomers to our town may not be aware that the Neighbourhood House is the booking point for the Charlton Forum Community Car. This user paid service is available for non-urgent medical appointments to surrounding areas and even as far as Melbourne.  Manned by a terrific group of volunteers, the car had proved invaluable to locals for many years now.  Contact the Neighbourhood House with plenty of notice about your upcoming appointment and we can book you in.
Enjoy driving and have some time free? Why not consider joining the team of wonderful volunteers who drive the community car and help make a difference.  You will be made most welcome and all the neccersary training will be provided.